4 Using Windows PostScript Driver
If you want to use the PostScript driver provided with your system
PPDs, in combination with the PostScript driver, access printer features and allow the computer to communicate with the printer. An installation program for the PPDs is provided on the supplied software
Printer Settings
You can use the printer properties window, which allows you to access all of the printer options you need when using your printer. When the printer properties are displayed, you can review and change the settings needed for your print job.
Your printer properties window may differ, depending on your operating system. This Software User’s Guide shows the Properties window for Windows XP.
Your printer driver Properties window that appears in this User’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use.
NOTES:
•Most Windows applications will override settings you specify in the printer driver. Change all print settings available in the software application first, and change any remaining settings using the printer driver.
•The settings you change remain in effect only while you are using the current program. To make your changes permanent, make them in the Printers folder.
•The following procedure is for Windows XP. For other Windows OS, refer to the corresponding Windows User's Guide or online help.
1.Click the Windows Start button.
2.Select Printers and Faxes.
3.Select your printer driver icon.
4.
5.Change the settings on each tab, click OK.
Advanced
You can use advanced settings by clicking the Advanced button.
•Paper/Output this option allows you to select the size of the paper loaded in the tray.
•Graphic this option allows you to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs.
•Document Options this options allow you to set the PostScript options or printer features.
Using Help
You can click from the upper right corner of the window, and then click on any setting.
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